Workshop Mechanic

• Large Variety of Fleet, Plant and Equipment to Work On
• Positive Team Culture / Exceptional Benefits
• Three Year Contract with a View to Extension

The City of Marion is in Adelaide's south-western suburbs, approximately 10 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD. As one of the largest councils in South Australia, from the foothills to the coast, our city’s reach boasts one of the largest in South Australia.

We aim to be recognised as a leader in delivering an excellent experience for our customers, and improve our residents’ quality of life, continuously, smartly, and efficiently.

Our modern, well-equipped workshop, staffed by a small well-managed team with a positive work culture, now has a truly rare vacancy for a qualified Workshop Mechanic to assist our community.

From wheelbarrows to excavators…….

As part of a dedicated team of mechanics, in this position you will ensure the good working order, maintenance, and compliance of over 150 items of Light to Heavy Fleet (including Sedans, Utilities, Trucks, Loaders, and Excavators). 

A day in life will also see you applying your mechanical aptitude in keeping over 200 items of minor plant up and running such as chain saws, generators, pumps, mowers, whipper snippers, and other items, even including our wheelbarrows. 

As we head into the future, this role will also have increased involvement with our growing Electronic Vehicles (EV’s) fleet.

Our Workshop Team develops strong working relationships with a diverse group of internal customers. They are also highly valued by the community as we keep the wide range of plant and equipment going for the many services we provide. This also requires our new Workshop Mechanic to attend to the occasional breakdown call-out.

Use your experience and qualifications and get more……

Applicants for this position will be expected to have solid experience with mechanical, engine (diesel and petrol) and basics of auto electrical and hydraulic and pneumatic components.

Qualified Diesel Mechanics are preferred, however, plant mechanic or heavy vehicle mechanic trade qualifications, or other appropriate qualifications and accreditations relevant to this position, will be considered.

Our well-equipped workshop also includes fabrication, and any prior fabrication experience will be well regarded.

If successful, and with the support of the organisation, your trade qualifications will be maintained and enhanced to include opportunity to further your trade skills, in the areas of fabrication, auto electrics, and EV’s.

A current Class C Driver’s License is essential, and an HR License will be beneficial. You must also be able to embrace technology using our in-house systems.

If successful, and with the support of the organisation, your trade qualifications will be maintained and enhanced to include opportunity to further your trade skills, in the areas of fabrication, auto electrics, and EV’s (Electronic Vehicles). 

Benefit from exceptional entitlements……

This position is on offer as a long-term three-year contract with a view to extension with a base salary commencing between $77,111.32 - $78744.12 plus super.

This position has a 9-day fortnight work pattern with 6:30-3:24 hours per shift. 

Successful candidates can also take advantage of a wide range of benefits not easily found with many other employers. 

Exceptional Entitlements 

• A 9 Day Fortnight 
• Fortnightly Pay
• Annual Salary Increases Per Our Enterprise Agreement
• Annual Leave Loading
• Annual Leave at Half Pay Option (To extend period of leave)
• Ability to Purchase Annual Leave
• Flexible Parental Leave Entitlements
• Payment of Appropriate Professional Membership Fees
• Provision of PPE and Protective Clothing, with laundering available

City of Marion Well-Being Programs 

• 24/7 professional, independent, and confidential counselling
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs such as Health assessments, Skin cancer screening; and Body trim programs
• Employee Immunisation Program
• Quit Smoking Program
• Affordable Income Protection Program

Exceptional Health Opportunity

• Heavily Discounted Platinum Membership to SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre 
  • Unlimited access to all pools and favourable fitness times
  • Ability to sign-up and partake in 150 different fitness classes
  • Sauna and Steam Room
  • Unlimited access to an exceptional gym and modern work-out equipment
  • Guidance by an Equipment Trainer
  • Creche Access
  • Discounts for Family Members

To view the job description, and to complete the mandatory pre-employment declaration form please see https://www.marion.sa.gov.au/about-council/employment/employment-opportunities

For further information, please contact: Roger Belding Unit Manager Operational Support on 08 7420 6***          

Applications close COB 17 April 2024 and must be submitted through this SEEK advertisement only.

The City of Marion encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, people who are LGBTQIA+, and people who are culturally and linguistically diverse.